The Next Generation of Land and livestock stewards
The TSCRA Leadership Development Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) committed to future generations of land and livestock stewards and leaders.
Program Areas
The programs and resources supported through the Leadership Development Foundation provide education, professional development and financial assistance to students and future stewards of land and livestock in the Southwest.
High School Programs
High school programs provide young leaders an unparalleled opportunity to gain beef industry knowledge and grow their professional development skills.
Collegiate Programs
Collegiate programs provide students with personal learning experiences, and a chance to broaden their network, connect with leading industry figures and gain professional development skills.
Internships
Internship programs through TSCRA provide one-of-a-kind opportunities for students to network with stakeholders throughout the beef industry and gain valuable experience working alongside our staff and leadership.
Professional Development
TSCRA has developed educational and networking opportunities for cattle raisers ages 18 to 40 to learn about their chosen industry, develop leadership skills and make vital contacts to advance their careers in agriculture.
2026 Ag Advocacy & Policy Field day
TSCRA Leadership Develop Foundation is proud to partner with the Texas Tech University Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources and National Ranching Heritage Center at Texas Tech to provide an Ag Advocacy & Policy Field day.
Students will learn about agricultural policy, its impact on the industry, and the importance of advocating for agriculture. Peyton Schumann, TSCRA Executive Director for Government Relations, and Lowell Randel, J.D., Executive Director of the Agriculture Policy Advocacy Program at Texas Tech Davis College, will work with students along with other professors and industry professionals to explore policy and develop an advocacy plan for an assigned policy issue.
This opportunity is open to all 10th-12th grade students, but space is limited.
Applications are open through Oct. 25.
Ways to Donate
Online – Donations are accepted online here.
By mail – Checks may be made out to any of the above entities and mailed to P.O. Box 101988, Fort Worth, TX 76185.
Other – In addition to online gifts, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association welcomes corporate matching funds, draft or wire payments.
Questions
For questions or more information on Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association foundations, please email [email protected] or call 800-242-7820.
All contributions to the foundation are tax-deductible.